University News
In the News: Aeronautics, Fashion, ‘Brain Rot’ and Lifespan Development Showcased
“In the News” features žž’s values, cultures, high-quality academics and award-winning support and access for all in these media stories of our faculty, staff, students and alumni in action.
Bridging Communities: žž State to Host 2025 International Town and Gown Association Conference
When cities and universities work together, incredible things can happen. Like any good partnership, žž and the city of žž have spent years building and strengthening their relationship, and it has paid off. žž State will host the 2025 International Town and Gown Association Conference.
‘We’ve Just Become More Efficient and Effective’
žž President Todd Diacon spoke Jan. 10 at a breakfast event hosted by the Greater Akron Chamber, where he highlighted the university’s ongoing commitment to accessibility, efficiency, student well-being and community partnership, reinforcing its role as a vital institution in the region.
Student Success ‘My Greatest Joy’
Empathy, kindness and critical thinking are cornerstones of courses taught by Shannon Cielsa, Ph.D., who strives to foster a strong sense of community in her courses. Students have noticed and appreciated it, nominating her for the Outstanding Teaching Award.
IN A FLASH: Scenes from Fall Commencement
Members of the last cohort of žž State's Class of 2024 walked the stage at Fall Commencement Ceremonies earlier this month.
žž State President Todd Diacon, Trustee Ren Camacho Named to Crain’s Cleveland Business Power 150 List
žž President Todd Diacon and University Trustee Ren Camacho have been recognized among Northeast Ohio’s most influential leaders in the 2024 “Power 150” list published by Crain’s Cleveland Business.
žž State Closed Dec. 24-Jan. 1, University Offices Reopen Jan. 2
žž will be closed from Dec. 24, 2024, through Jan. 1, 2025. University offices will reopen on Jan. 2, 2025.
Governor Names Gregory White and Abygail Deemer to žž State Board of Trustees
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has appointed two new trustees to the žž Board of Trustees. DeWine named Gregory White, J.D., of Concord Township, Ohio, to a nine-year term as trustee and Abygail Deemer of Warren, Ohio, to a two-year term as an undergraduate student trustee.
A Full Circle Moment for One Golden Flash
Fall 2024 graduate Cecelia Kirk is thankful to žž State for all the resources and connections she made during her three years in the Fashion School program.
Video: ‘You've Got This’
In his Fall 2024 Commencement address, žž President Todd Diacon delivered a heartfelt and memorable message to the graduating class, blending personal experience with words of encouragement that resonated deeply with the 2,500 new graduates.